The Obstetrics Podcast

The Obstetrics Podcast

The Obstetrics Podcast is a series of conversations with clinicians, hospital executives and industry guests. Topics range from maternal mortality to COVID trends, to physician burnout, to the changing landscape of women’s healthcare. For OB/GYNs and hospital leaders.

Episodes

August 18, 2025
delivering-safety-virtual-simulations-in-ob-hospitalist-practice

Dr. Lisbeth McKinnon, OB hospitalist and clinical leader at Ob Hospitalist Group, joins us to discuss how virtual simulations are changing the way OB teams prepare for emergencies. She shares what a typical simulation looks like,...

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from-burnout-to-breakthrough-empowering-female-physicians

Christina Adams MD shares her journey into obstetrics, her transition to the OB hospitalist model, and her mission to combat burnout among female physicians. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on wellness, advocacy, and the future of...

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from-burnout-to-purpose-ob-hospitalists-share-medical-mission-experiences

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of medical missions through the experiences of Dr. Benjamin DeLisa and Dr. Scott Ellis, both board-certified OB/GYNs and OB hospitalists. Having participated in multip...

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life-after-residency-the-ob-hospitalist-path

Many OB/GYN residents believe they need years of practice before considering a hospitalist role. But what if we told you that’s a myth? There is a clear and proven path for residents to transition directly from residency to a fulfilling career as an...

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keeping-women-s-healthcare-close-to-home-insights-from-magnolia-regional-health-center

Brandon Reece, Executive Director of Physician Practices at Magnolia Regional Health Center, and Dr. Garrick Slate, a Market Medical Director from Ob Hospitalist Group, join the Obstetrics Podcast to share t...

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addressing-women-s-health-challenges-in-rural-hospitals

Jami Walker, VP of Maternal Health Access at Ob Hospitalist Group, discusses the challenges rural hospitals face in providing quality women's health services. Jami shares insights on maternity care deserts, impacts of closing labor and de...

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work-life-balance-as-an-ob-hospitalist

One of the main reasons OB/GYNs become OB hospitalists is for better balance in their personal and professional lives. Full time means seven to eight 24-hour shifts each month with flexible scheduling and no call coverage or office management. OB hospital...

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how-certified-nurse-midwives-and-ob-gyns-collaborate-in-labor-and-delivery-as-part-of-an-ob-hospitalist-team

Doctors and midwives are invaluable complements for any care team, especially during pregnancy. From childbirth to emergency surgery to everything in between, many women work with both ...

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what-it-s-really-like-working-as-an-ob-hospitalist

The focus of our podcast episode today is all about OB hospitalists – If you’re an OB/GYN and you’re considering OB hospitalist medicine as a career, you probably have lots of questions and maybe even some concerns. Our guests today are both O...

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how-ob-hospitalists-work-with-the-hospital-emergency-department-to-improve-maternal-care

Dr. Vallejo is going to talk to us about the collaboration that occurs between OB hospitalists and the emergency department and how the collaboration improves maternal care.

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community-collaboration-a-hospital-and-federally-qualified-health-center-fqhc-women-s-health-partnershipTune in to learn more about the important work of FQHCs and hospitals in promoting equitable access to healthcare and building healthier communities.
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life-as-an-early-career-ob-gyn-hospitalistWhat started as a side gig for Dr. Rebecca Cisneros became her full-time career after her fellowship. Hear her story about becoming an early career OB hospitalist.
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from-reactionary-to-safer-efficient-obstetrics-careBlessing Hospital’s labor and delivery model was reactionary. When an OB patient arrived, a nurse performed an assessment and called to report to one of the eight community OBs. Typically, the OB would not come to the hospital unless it was a...
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the-evolution-of-ob-hospitalist-medicineWith growing pressures on hospitals to address maternal mortality and implement standard labor and delivery protocols, today's OB hospitalist role is expanding. Not only are OB hospitalists providing 24/7 care and partnering with community physicians, b...
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the-ob-gyn-cnm-relationship-from-an-ob-gyns-perspectiveDr. Stephen Bashuk discusses the important relationship between OB/GYNs and Certified Nurse-Midwives, or CNMs, providing his perspective as an OB hospitalist who works with both hospital-based CNMs and community CNMs.
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talking-with-an-ob-gyn-mom-docDr. Nikki Liburd discusses how she has juggled her life as a mom and a busy practicing OB/GYN.
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the-doctor-is-in-building-a-brandDr. Nicole Rankins explores the process of building a brand.
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ready-set-go-how-one-physician-led-through-a-crisisOB/GYN hospitalist Joy Anderson, MD candidly discusses how her Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center team made it through the 2020 Oregon wildfire.
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choosing-the-right-partner-for-your-ob-hospitalist-coverageDr. Sussanah Walsh, Dr. Edward Clark, and Dr. Melissa Larsen share their stories about what it has felt like practicing medicine during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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the-realities-of-managing-on-site-labor-delivery-coverageDr. Mark Olszyk, Chief Medical Officer and Vice President of Carroll Hospital, discusses the benefits of having a national provider manage L&D coverage and the realities of a hospital trying to manage it alone.
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